Dad

I have been avoiding writing this post.
On the morning of New Years Eve I lost my Dad. Although I realize that this has already come and gone it is just as devastating every time I say it. My Dad has always been a source of inspiration and strength for me. The loss of him has left such a big hole in my heart. I find comfort and sadness knowing he has been reunited with Nick, and his own Dad. The sadness I feel for myself, my children, my husband, mom, and sisters is indescribable. He will be missed for the rest of my life time. Rest in peace Dad. I love you!

Bruce Wallace Young

May 30^th, 1951 – December 31^st, 2009

Bruce Wallace Young was born to Deryl and DeEsta Young on May 30^th, 1951, in Brigham City, Utah. On December 31^st 2009, he passed peacefully in his home when he went to be with his son Nicholas and our Heavenly Father.

Bruce was raised in Perry, Utah and served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Montana-Wyoming Mission. He eventually landed in the Tri-Cities area where he made his home for the last 28 years. His passions were his family, his “speed buggy,” his horses, and all of his treasures. He will fondly be remembered as “Santa” bringing Christmas joy to many children and adults.

He is survived by his wife of 36 years Sandy Young, his four daughters Brenda (Sean), Michelle, Wendy (Jay), Brooke, daughter-in-law Kirsten, Mother DeEsta, Brothers Phil and Boyd, Sisters Teresa and Roseann and his eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Nicholas Young and father Deryl Ross.

Bruce was the most kind, devoted, selfless individual anyone could ever run across. His crooked smile, jokes and endless stories allowed him to make friends everywhere he went. He was always the first person to lend a helping hand to those in need. It has been said many of times that “Bruce was the neighborhood.” He has touched many lives and will be missed dearly by all who knew him; each and everyone one of us knowing that we are better people because he was a part of our lives. Heaven has our angel now.

A memorial service will be held in his honor at the LDS Jadwin Building, 1321 Jadwin Ave. in Richland, on January 7^th, 2010, at 11:00 am. A burial service will immediately follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens, 915 Bypass Hwy in Richland.

Christmas

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Christmas might as well have been a year ago, but certainly not forgotten. I had a five minute thought that I might send out Christmas cards this year and attempted this photo shoot. It looks a lot more fun than it was. "Sit here!! Look here!! Smile Nolan!! All eyes on Mommy!" Yeah right. We had a very busy Christmas with a lot of family in town. I can hardly remember what the kids got, but do remember that it took a long time to open gifts and I loved it. I always hoped I could just sit back, watch, and enjoy. They did a great job evaluating everything and enjoying everything. No toy goes unplayed with. As a suprise to us, the kids picked Jay out a sweat shirt and hot chocolate set with smores as a bonus. I got an I Carly purse...love her, and a beautiful broach. So adorable. A lot of work, and a lot more memories...too bad my is already foggy. Truly though, I love Christmas! How can I not with a 1, 4, and 5 year old. They believe in Santa, magic, and the Polar Express. Jesus is the reason for the season and the smile on their face when they have been told they are on the good list.